This afternoon's victory against Norwich City will no doubt enhance the belief of some Liverpool fans across the globe, that the wait for that 19th league title could be over. I was certainly expecting a tough match against the Canaries, particularly after the spirit shown by Norwich's fellow strugglers Sunderland during their last two matches against Manchester City and Chelsea, which earned the Black Cats 4 points.
The Reds certainly had to overcome a Norwich side which showed great desire after we raced into a 2-0 lead inside the first eleven minutes. Simon Mignolet's error for the Canaries' first goal is another reminder of the pressure Liverpool will now face over the next three matches.
Our neighbours Everton have also had a good solid first season under the management of Roberto Martinez. It would appear that the blues will at least have a mathematical chance of a top four finish going into the final couple of matches. I would have settled with that for Liverpool at the start of the season, as a sign of solid progresss. How times have changed!
For now the aim must not go beyond the next match. We must not get trapped into negative thoughts about how Liverpool can draw next week against Chelsea, and still win the league provided we beat Crystal Palace and Newcastle United.
Brendan Rodgers is a Manager with a positive mentality, unlike two of his recent Anfield predecessors in Gerard Houllier and Rafa Benitez. A win next Sunday against Chelsea will see the Londoners eliminated from the title race. That is the important next step.
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